Elma Public Library

Ongoing Winter Programs

• Toddler Time - Two sessions are offered at 10:30am on Tuesdays and Fridays respectively.  Session runs from November 15th to December 16th.  For children up to 3 years old.  Treat your toddler to some song and stories!  Toddlers must bring an adult lap to sit on.  Please register by calling 716-652-2719.

• Preschool Story Time - Thursdays at 10:30am from November 17th to December 15th.  For ages 3-5.  Prepare your child for school with our Children's Librarian, Jessi!  We'll be doing stories, games and crafts!  Please register by calling 652-2719. 

• Teen Book Boxes! - For grades 7-12.  Get your own curated box of books to read from the library!  Each box will come with two library books handpicked for you, along with snacks and goodies for you to keep.  Forms may be submitted by clicking here or by filling out an order form at the Elma Public Library.  Boxes may be picked up any time starting December 16th.

• Graham Cracker Houses! - Saturday, December 10th at 10:30am, 11:30am & 12:30pm.  For all ages!  Back by popular demand, build a festive graham cracker house for the holidays!  Supplies will be provided free of charge, sponsored by the Friends of the Elma Public Library.  Sign up for one of three sessions listed above.  Space is limited and spots fill up quickly!  Call 716-652-2719 to register.

• Elf Academy: A Holiday Storytime! - Wednesday, December 14th at 6:30pm.  For children in grades K-3.  Join us for a Christmas-themed storytime!  We'll have games and crafts as well!  Please call 716-652-2719 to register.

• Elma Lego Club - Saturday, December 17th at 1:00pm.  For ages 6-12.  Join us for some Lego-building fun!  We provide the Legos, and you build!  Call 652-2719 to register.  

• Elma Library Book Club - Wednesday, December 21st at 6:30pm.  This month's book club selection is In a Holidaze by Christina Lauren.  Sign up by calling 652-2719 or stop in at the library.  We'll provide you with a copy of the book!  All are welcome!

• Elma Library Book Club - Wednesday, January 18th at 6:30pm.  This month's book club selection is Bewilderment by Richard Powers.  Sign up by calling 652-2719 or stop in at the library.  We'll provide you with a copy of the book!  All are welcome!

• Elma Lego Club - Saturday, January 28th at 1:00pm.  For ages 6-12.  Join us for some Lego-building fun!  We provide the Legos, and you build!  Call 652-2719 to register.

Individuals in need of an accommodation for any program listed above may contact the ADA Coordinator at access@buffalolib.org within 7 days of a program.   

A new Virtual Learning/Homeschooling subject guide has been added to the Library website.  This is a great educational resource for any families and children learning from home this fall!  It features learning resources for all grade levels, as well as virtual tours of museums, zoos, aquariums and historical sites!  Click here to check it out!